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In today’s cost of living crisis, many people are concerned about the best way to continue receiving income while dealing with a work-related injury. If you’re in this situation, you might wonder whether to continue using any sick leave you may have accrued or if you should file a workers compensation claim. Key Considerations ...
Read moreA South Australian council employee has been successful in her claim for workers compensation after injuring herself tripping over a pet fence while working from home. In a judgment handed down on 18 October, the South Australian Employment Tribunal (SAET) found that the injury did arise out of the employee’s employment. Whilst...
Read moreIf you’re facing a possible medical discharge from the Australian Defence Force (ADF), it’s a challenging time, filled with uncertainty and stress. Your career, financial security, and your family’s future are all on the line. This is why it’s absolutely essential to seek legal advice early in the process – from lawyers...
Read moreDoyle’s Guide recently released its rankings in South Australia across its injury compensation law categories. We are absolutely thrilled to have ranked highly across all categories, with several of our lawyers being highly ranked, or ranked across multiple areas of law. The individuals and firms recognised in Doyle’s Guide...
Read moreIf you’re a Commonwealth employee dealing with a work-related psychological injury, it’s crucial to understand your rights and the compensation available to you. Unlike many state work injury schemes that exclude lump sum payments for psychological conditions, the Commonwealth Comcare claims scheme offers compensation for...
Read moreMedical Marijuana/CBD oil is increasingly being prescribed to injured workers who are dealing with both psychiatric and chronic pain issues. An accepted Comcare claim entitles injured Commonwealth workers to claim for “reasonable” medical costs associated with treatment connected to their injury claim. As medicine progresses...
Read moreServing your country is one of the most honourable things a person can do, but the sacrifices made often come at a significant cost. If you’re an Australian defence force veteran dealing with a service-related injury or illness, it’s essential to know that you don’t have to face these challenges alone. The Department...
Read moreCompleting a Comcare workers compensation claim is just the beginning of a journey that can be fraught with challenges and potential pitfalls. If you’re a Commonwealth employee and you’ve been injured at work, the last thing you need is to face the added stress of navigating the compensation system on your own. The reality...
Read moreAre you a FIFO (fly-in, fly-out) worker who regularly works in Darwin or elsewhere in the Northern Territory? Have you recently been injured on the job while in the NT? If you’re back home and unable to return to work due to your injury, this blog is for you. Let’s talk about your workers’ compensation entitlements...
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